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Parsnip and Celery Root Soup

 

June 23rd 2011

Contributed by: Jamie Geller

 

 

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Recipe

Parsnip and Celery Root Soup

Root vegetables are wonderful in the fall and lend themselves to all kinds of cooking methods that bring out their natural sweetness. This soup combines a few favorite root vegetables and heavy cream for a silky rich meal or starter.

Times

  • Prep Time : 15 min
  • Cook Time : 25 min
  • Ready Time : 40 min

Servings

8

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups parsnips, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 small celery root, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 2 carrots, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 5 cups vegetables stock
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 apple, thinly sliced into matchsticks
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add parsnips, celery root, carrots and onion and sauté for 8-10 minutes. Add stock and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Puree using an immersion blender or in a blender being careful to let the steam escape. Return to the pot and stir in heavy cream and salt. Garnish with sliced apple and pepper.

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Jamie Geller is the only cookbook author who wants to get you out of the kitchen – not because she doesn’t love food – but because she has tons to do. As “The Bride Who Knew Nothing” Jamie found her niche as everybody’s favorite cook next-door. Specializing in scrumptious meals that are a snap to prepare, she authored the Quick & Kosher Cookbook series and is co- founder of the Kosher Media Network, which recently launched the Joy of Kosher with Jamie Geller magazine and companion website JoyofKosher.com, a social network for foodies. Jamie hosts the popular Quick & Kosher cooking show online at youtube.com/joyofkosher and on-air on JLTV. Jamie and her “hubby” live in Monsey, NY. Their five children give her plenty of reasons to get out of the kitchen — fast.

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